Build Upper Body Strength with This Effective Smith Machine and Dumbbell Workout

Gym | Single Workout | Beginner: 4 exercises

Looking to enhance your upper body strength while toning your chest and shoulders? This workout combines Smith machine and dumbbell exercises designed to effectively target your pectoral muscles while also engaging your lats and core. With a focus on progressive overload, you'll tackle higher reps and increasing intensity to promote muscle growth. Let's dive into the specific exercises included in this workout.

Start with the "Smith Incline Bench Press." This movement is a classic for targeting the upper chest and anterior deltoids. By using the Smith machine, you ensure a stable motion, allowing you to focus on lifting heavier weights with proper form. In this workout, you'll perform 4 sets of 15, 12, 10, and 10 reps, gradually increasing the weight as you go.

Next up is the "Smith Hex Press." Similar to the incline bench, the hex press not only works the chest but also emphasizes the triceps. This exercise allows for a unique pressing motion that encourages muscular engagement throughout your upper body. Like the incline press, you will complete 4 sets of 15, 12, 10, and 10 reps, pushing your limits each round.

Following the supersets, we move on to the "Dumbbell Incline Low Fly." This exercise is excellent for enhancing the stretch and contraction in your pectoral muscles, helping to build strength and definition. Perform 4 sets of 15, 12, 10, and 10 reps, ensuring you maintain control of the weights for maximum muscle engagement.

Finally, you'll wrap up this intense workout with the "Dumbbell Around Pullover." This versatile exercise not only works your chest but also engages your lats and core, offering complete upper body activation. As with the previous exercises, complete 4 sets of 15, 12, 10, and 10 reps, aiming to push through with good form.

In conclusion, this workout provides an effective combination of both Smith machine and dumbbell exercises, targeting multiple muscle groups within your upper body. Remember to prioritize proper form and gradually increase your weights as you progress. Always include a proper warm-up and cooldown routine, and consider combining this workout with a balanced nutrition plan for optimal results.

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1. Smith Incline Bench Press: 4 sets • 15, 12, 10 and 10 reps
Smith Incline Bench Press
2. Smith Hex Press: 4 sets • 15, 12, 10 and 10 reps
Smith Hex Press
3. Dumbbell Incline Low Fly: 4 sets • 15, 12, 10 and 10 reps
Dumbbell Incline Low Fly
4. Dumbbell Around Pullover: 4 sets • 15, 12, 10 and 10 reps
Dumbbell Around Pullover

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